Operations Manager I

Triumph Group

. Share responsibility as a site leadership team member for achieving financial and non-financial business goals.

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeForest • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading production operations, driving lean culture integration, and achieving financial and non-financial business goals. Proven ability to develop and implement improvement strategies while fostering a high-performing, engaged workforce in a manufacturing environment.

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Lean/Continuous Improvement StrategiesProduction Operations LeadershipUnionized Environment ExperienceBudget Development and AnalysisTeam Leadership and Development

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing Operations ManagementWelding and Machining Line LeadershipKPI Establishment and ReportingCapital Equipment JustificationProcess Efficiency Improvement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoring and EmpowermentProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointMS ProjectAnalysis Tools

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing Facility ExperienceCultural TransformationEnvironmental Health and Safety ComplianceCustomer CommunicationOperations Metrics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Share responsibility as a site leadership team member for achieving financial and non-financial business goals.
Lead execution of customer contracts through production operations and facilities leadership.
Achieve or exceed program objectives for schedule, cost and quality.
Build and implement improvement goals and aggressive schedules across the organization.
Establish KPIs and operations metrics and report progress, achievements and business results.
Develop reporting cadence for executive leadership, management, union and hourly workforce, and customers.
Participate in union meetings, grievances, arbitrations and contract negotiations as required.
Drive lean culture integration and deployment of the Triumph Operating System (TOS).
Recognize and solve challenges affecting production objectives.
Allocate resources and assess operating-department policies.
Direct evaluation, justification and recommendation of capital equipment purchases.
Participate in acquisition and setup of new equipment, processes and facilities.
Develop operations budgets and analyze monthly financial statements.
Guide, direct and approve budgeting activities and prepare monthly Operations reports.
Attract, retain and develop operational talent through mentoring, empowerment and accountable leadership.
Ensure succession planning for self and direct reports.
Build cross-functional relationships to improve manufacturing quality, customer service, process efficiency and cost.
Work with Program Management counterparts to ensure clear and consistent customer communication.
Comply with environmental, health and safety policies, training and PPE requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors degree (BA) in Business Administration, Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
Five (5) years experience in a manufacturing facility
Experience leading an operation with significant welding and machining lines is highly preferred.
Experience leading production operations in a low volume/high mix environment is ideal.
Proven success in leading and cultivating highly engaged, empowered and accountable teams, of at least 50+ employees, through positive and proactive leadership is required.
Prior experience leading or supporting cultural transformation in a unionized environment is highly preferred.
Demonstrable experience leading and implementing lean/continuous improvement strategies and additional best-in-class manufacturing techniques to drive competitive advantage in quality, cost and schedule is required.
Experience communicating consistently and effectively with customers directly or as part of a team is highly preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and organizational skills are required.
Strong proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project and various analysis tools is required.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
For select positions subject to ITAR/EAR, proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status may be required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
Healthcare spending accounts
Paid parental leave
Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
401(k) with company match
Disability and life insurance
Incentives and performance-based rewards
Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation
Entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities